Abstract：The Kite Runner is a tragic of common Afghanistan, which describes the betrayal and redemption. This tragic story is till carrying reader's heart. Hassan has various virtues, such as, innocence, kindness. But he doesn't have a smoothly life. He is an ill-fated man. Not only does this novel depict the figure of Amir, but also describe the Hassan’s brave and kindness characteristics. Although Hassan is just only an ugly servant, he doesn’t hesitate at all to pay for him too much, and he puts his whole mind to Amir. This paper deeply analyzes Hassan’s loyalty and kindness, brave and stubbornness to reveal the most real intrinsic quality of people and the significance of modern society.

Key words：Hassan; The Kite Runner; Kindness; Stubbornness

Contents

Abstract

中文摘要

1. Introduction-1

2. Analyses of Hassan's Characters in The Kite Runner-1

2.1 Loyalty and Kindness-1

2.2 Bravery-3

2.3 Resignation-5

2.4 Stubbornness-6

3. The Influence of Hassan's Characters upon Modern Society7

4. Conclusion-9

References-12

Acknowledgments-13